Which statement is not correct about the uncertainty reduction theory?
A)It is based on the assumption that we like to have control and predictability in our lives.
B)We seek out information to reduce uncertainty.
C)We are most uncomfortable in familiar situations.
D)In initial interactions, we follow a normal script to reduce anxiety.

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The statement "We are most uncomfortable in familiar situations" is not correct about the uncertainty reduction theory. In fact, we tend to be more comfortable in familiar situations because we already have some information about them and can predict what might happen. The uncertainty reduction theory suggests that we seek out information to reduce uncertainty in unfamiliar situations.

Which Statement Is Not Correct About the Uncertainty Reduction Theory